Miffed
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɪft/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Miffed is an adjective meaning (informal) Somewhat indignant, irritated, angry, in a snit, put out or annoyed.
Meaning
(informal) Somewhat indignant, irritated, angry, in a snit, put out or annoyed.
More Meanings
- (UK, regional) Confused; unable to understand.
- simple past and past participle of miff
Example Sentences
Donors might be miffed to find that a magnificent gift was not earmarked for rescue.
And also, it's generally not a good idea to prank someone who's already miffed at you.
I was miffed at Rick for his behavior. I was miffed at the coach, not for his naivete of deafness, but for his arrogance, which converted his ignorance to stupidity.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include huff, riled, nettled, aggrieved, miffy, piqued.
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